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A member asked:
Which kinds of testicular cancer can be seen in the blood?
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These: Many seminomas produced some HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), all choriocarcinomas produce abundant hcg, and many embryonal cell carcinomas produce AFP (alpha fetoprotein) depending on type.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Not a simple answer: To reassure you-testicular cancer has one of the highest cure rates of all cancers and almost 100% if it has not spread. First evaluation of testicular lump is physical exam followed by scrotal ultrasound. If testicular lesion is detected-blood work and ct should be obtained. Testicular tumors are classified into-germ cell(95%), sex cord/gonadal stromal(5%) and other miscellaneous tumors(rare).
Answered 2/2/2013
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